Manufacturing support services

Your business is looking at a market in Mpumalanga for manufacturing support services that's worth about R6.8 million. This market is relatively stable, with no year-over-year growth, so you can expect a steady demand for your services. With only 36 suppliers currently operating in this space, it's not overly crowded, which could favour your organisation if you can offer competitive services. The Department of Trade and Industry, among others, is likely a key player in this market, given the presence of six departments. If I were you, I'd focus on developing a strong Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment programme, given that black-owned businesses already receive about 41% of the allocation in this sector.